CiTTi Awards 2024 Judges Highlight Impactful Projects
Judges for the CiTTi Awards 2024 emphasise the importance of projects that deliver measurable impacts in sustainable urban transport ahead of the event on 26 November.
Spotlight on Ticketing and Payments Award Finalists
The CiTTi Awards 2024 highlight finalists for the Ticketing and Payments Award, showcasing innovations in urban mobility ticketing systems aimed at improving efficiency and user experience.
Pendragon Vehicle Management partners with Targa Telematics
Pendragon Vehicle Management partners with Targa Telematics to enhance fleet management solutions through advanced technology and data integration capabilities.
Emovis Enhances Tolling Infrastructure in Québec
Emovis plans to upgrade its tolling systems in Québec by 2025, improving operations for motorists using the A-25 highway.
Merseyflow records record quarterly crossings on Mersey bridges
Merseyflow reports a record 6.74 million crossings of the Mersey Gateway and Silver Jubilee bridges between July and September 2024. More than 93% of customers used digital or automated payment methods, while 97.4% of journeys were paid on time.
Vinci Completes Acquisition of FM Conway
Vinci Construction has acquired FM Conway to enhance its presence in the south-east England public works market, pending regulatory approvals expected in early 2025.
Chancellor Announces Fuel Duty Freeze and EV Incentives
The UK Chancellor’s Autumn Budget includes a fuel duty freeze, EV incentives, and increased funding for road repairs, addressing immediate economic concerns while focusing on future sustainability.
UK extends £3 bus fare cap and commits more than £1bn to services
The UK government will extend the £3 maximum single bus fare for a year and provide £925m for 2025/26, taking total bus investment above £1bn. Local authorities can use the funding for new routes, more frequent services and protecting rural links.
TfL Updates HGV Direct Vision Standard for Enhanced Safety
Transport for London has revised the Direct Vision Standard for HGVs, enforcing stricter safety requirements to improve visibility and reduce risks for vulnerable road users.
EETS report highlights wider European coverage and CO2-based tolling
The latest EETS progress report says the service now operates in 14 European countries, while new vehicle-charging schemes, CO2-based tolling and free-flow systems expand across the region.
SYMCA Initiates Bus Franchising Consultation Process
The SYMCA has launched a 12-week consultation on bus franchising to evaluate public control of local bus services and their potential impact on service delivery.
Progress Report on Yogyakarta-Simpang Susun Toll Road
PT Jasa Marga reports 67.06% completion of Section 1 of the toll road, with focus on enhancing infrastructure efficiency between Semarang and Yogyakarta by 2026.
WSDOT Awards RFID Tolling Contract to Neology
Neology has secured a two-year RFID tolling technology contract with WSDOT, which may extend for an additional six years, enhancing its manufacturing capabilities.
Tony Blair Institute Proposes Road Pricing for UK Government
The Tony Blair Institute has recommended the UK government implement a pay-per-mile road pricing model to address declining fuel duty revenues due to electric vehicle adoption.
Sheffield City Council Evaluates Active Travel Enhancements
Sheffield City Council is assessing a comprehensive investment plan for enhanced active travel infrastructure, including pavements, cycle routes, and pedestrian crossings.
Welsh road collisions fall by up to 28% after 20mph rollout
Welsh Government data shows collisions and casualties on 20mph and 30mph roads fell by 26% and 28%, respectively, during the first nine months after Wales introduced a 20mph default limit.
TfL Undertakes Cycling and Walking Improvements in Battersea
Transport for London initiates an 11-month project to enhance safety for cyclists and pedestrians along Battersea Bridge, commencing on 1 November.
UK active-travel investment expands walking and cycling infrastructure
Government-backed funding is expanding walking and cycling routes across the UK, while shared-mobility operator Lime supports access and infrastructure initiatives. The article examines the opportunities and barriers shaping active travel adoption.
Network Rail and Southeastern launch sustainability videos for children
Network Rail, Southeastern and Earth Cubs have launched educational videos for children aged three to 11, using storytelling to explain sustainability and the environmental benefits of rail travel.
Teletrac Navman Secures Telematics Contract with MCA
Teletrac Navman has finalised a telematics contract with the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, enhancing operational insights for its vehicle fleet across the UK.
Teletrac Navman Becomes Telematics Partner for Readypower
Teletrac Navman has been appointed as the telematics partner for Readypower Group, focusing on safety, compliance, and sustainability enhancements across the fleet.
First Bus and Hitachi Collaborate on Sustainable Transport
First Bus and Hitachi have partnered to deploy 400 ZeroCarbon buses, enhancing operational efficiency and energy savings through advanced battery and management software.
Bath council consults on 6.2km walking, wheeling and cycling scheme
Bath & North East Somerset Council is consulting residents on a four-route scheme creating more than 6.2km of cycling routes and improved walking infrastructure, including crossings. The plans would remove around 193 on-street parking spaces and alter road-space allocation.
Analysis questions the impact of ending Scotland’s peak rail-fare pilot
An analysis argues that the effect of Scotland’s peak rail-fare removal pilot remains uncertain, with estimates ranging from a 16% increase to a 5% fall in rail demand. It questions whether the scheme was ended before its long-term impact on modal shift could be assessed.
Vitronic Australia Completes Upgrade of CityLink Tolling System
Vitronic Australia has successfully upgraded the CityLink Roadside System, enhancing tolling operations across all 17 toll points as of September 2023.
Wallonia Considers Implementation of Road Vignette System
The Walloon government is evaluating a road vignette system aimed at road users, with plans for implementation in compliance with EU regulations.
TfL Increases Enforcement on ULEZ Charge Non-Payment
Transport for London is enhancing enforcement against ULEZ charge evaders by expanding its investigation team and utilising bailiff measures to recover unpaid penalties.
UK Parliament to Discuss EV Strategy and Government Report
The UK Parliament will debate the ECC's report on electric vehicle strategy, highlighting the importance of clear communication and infrastructure for transitioning to zero-emission vehicles.
SRL launches TOPAS-compliant traffic signals and remote operation system
SRL has launched UltraLight temporary signals and REMOS, a remotely operated traffic-management system. UltraLight has achieved TOPAS 2540A compliance and supports reliable communications, telematic monitoring and optional solar power.
Australian electric-car sales fall as incentives and buyer concerns weigh
Battery-electric vehicle sales in Australia fell 27.2% year on year in September, following declines in July and August. Reduced incentives, resale-value worries, fire concerns and misinformation are identified as factors, while hybrid and plug-in hybrid sales increased.
Kapsch TrafficCom Completes Triangle Expressway Extension
Kapsch TrafficCom has finalised the Triangle Expressway extension in North Carolina, aiming to improve regional connectivity and streamline tolling processes for users.
Hitachi Rail Partners with Etihad Rail for MaaS Solution
Hitachi Rail has partnered with Etihad Rail to implement a Mobility-as-a-Service platform, enhancing accessibility for users of the UAE National Railway Network.
Vanderbilt University Advances Traffic Management Technology
The I-24 MOTION project in Tennessee utilises AI to enhance traffic dynamics, focusing on connected and semi-autonomous vehicles to increase road efficiency and safety.
UK pay-per-mile road pricing described as inevitable amid funding concerns
National Infrastructure Commission chairman Sir John Armitt says the UK will eventually need pay-per-mile road pricing as electric-vehicle adoption reduces fuel-duty revenue. A survey found 61% of Britons oppose charging on UK roads.
Welch's Transport Acquires First UK Electric Heavy Goods Vehicle
Welch’s Transport has purchased the UK’s first electric heavy goods vehicle, part of a government initiative aimed at promoting zero emission road freight solutions.
Eldrive selects AMPECO platform to expand EV charging network
Eldrive has selected AMPECO’s EV charging management platform to improve monitoring and scalability as it expands its charging network across Bulgaria, Romania and Lithuania, covering highways, urban areas and destinations.
European airport service-vehicle activity rose in summer 2024
Targa Telematics Observatory data showed airport ground-support vehicle activity increased 5% year on year in Europe in July 2024 and 4% in August. UK activity rose 11% in both months.
Be.EV Partners with Formula Space and Police to Address Vandalism
Be.EV collaborates with Formula Space and Derbyshire Police to implement enhanced security measures at EV charging facilities, aiming to reduce cable theft and vandalism.
Transport for Wales Launches Innovation Initiative
Lab by Transport for Wales aims to enhance rail network efficiency and foster innovation among start-ups, contributing to the future of public transport in Wales.
Go Ahead Allocates £500m for Electric Bus Fleet Decarbonisation
Go Ahead's £500m investment aims to produce 1,200 zero-emission buses, supporting UK manufacturing jobs and enhancing transport sustainability across multiple regions.
Study finds higher at-fault crash risk among EV drivers
Research using telematics from 125 million commercial fleet trips in the Netherlands found at-fault crashes increased by 4% for EVs and 6% for hybrids compared with internal-combustion vehicles.
Challenges and Innovations in Urban Warehousing Sector
The urban warehousing industry faces spatial, regulatory, and workforce challenges while embracing innovations for efficiency amid rising e-commerce demand.
Hitachi Rail to Implement APIS Solution in Lisbon Metro
Hitachi Rail's APIS solution will enhance Lisbon Metro's digital infrastructure, facilitating real-time traffic information and supporting various multimedia formats across the network.
Hesai Technology Partners with SAIC Volkswagen on Lidar
Hesai Technology and SAIC Volkswagen have entered a partnership to enhance remote sensing technologies using advanced lidar systems for automotive applications.
Stagecoach Expands Fleet with 715 New Electric Vehicles
Stagecoach announces the addition of 715 electric vehicles, supported by funding, to enhance its public transport sustainability and modernise infrastructure across the UK.
Stagecoach Selected for Silvertown Tunnel Cycle Shuttle
Stagecoach will operate a cycle shuttle bus through the Silvertown tunnel, enhancing connectivity and supporting decarbonisation efforts as construction continues towards a 2025 opening.
